Legal and Guidance Update November 2024
What ISO Compliance Obligations are new in November 2024
In November, we sent out a full update to our subscribed users, including Primary and Secondary legislation. Of particular interest was the following:
The Level 1 and Level 2 Disclosure Information (Scotland) Regulations 2024
The Level 1 and Level 2 Disclosure Information (Scotland) Regulations 2024 outline the specific criteria and procedures for obtaining Level 1 and Level 2 disclosure information in Scotland. These regulations define what constitutes both levels of disclosure, with Level 1 typically covering basic criminal record checks and Level 2 providing a more comprehensive review, including spent convictions and other relevant information for roles involving greater responsibility or contact with vulnerable groups. The regulations also detail the application process, the rights of individuals seeking disclosure, and the responsibilities of employers and organisations in handling this information. The aim is to safeguard public safety while ensuring fairness and privacy in the employment process, particularly in sensitive positions.
The Vehicle Drivers (Certificates of Professional Competence) (Amendment) Regulations 2024
The Vehicle Drivers (Certificates of Professional Competence) (Amendment) Regulations 2024 update the requirements for professional driving certifications in the UK. These amendments include changes to the training modules and assessment criteria to better reflect current road safety standards, environmental considerations, and technological advancements in vehicle operations. The regulations also extend the validity period of existing certificates under certain conditions and introduce more flexible training options, including online courses. This update aims to ensure that professional drivers are well-equipped with the latest skills and knowledge to operate safely and efficiently in a rapidly evolving transport industry.
Maternity Protection, Employment Equality and Preservation of Certain Records Act 2024
The Maternity Protection, Employment Equality and Preservation of Certain Records Act 2024 is designed to enhance protections for pregnant employees, extend maternity and paternity benefits, and enforce stricter equality measures across different employment sectors in Ireland. It also includes provisions to safeguard and maintain employment records for longer periods to support the enforcement of these protections and equality measures. This legislation aims to provide a more inclusive workplace environment and ensure fair treatment for all employees, particularly focusing on gender equality and supporting parents in the workforce.
New legislation published in November 2024 that has been added:
- 2 New Acts
- 6 New Regulations and Orders
- 12 New Amendments to existing Regulations and Orders
- 10 New ‘other’ guidance updates
What Compliance Obligations have been amended?
There are a high number of amendments to current statutory and regulatory requirements. Full subscribers will have received the full update via their email so please check through this for your full information.
For those of you who do not subscribe, a flavour of these amendments includes the:
- The Contracts for Difference (Electricity Supplier Obligations) (Amendment) Regulations 2024
- The Online Safety Act 2023 (Priority Offences) (Amendment) Regulations 2024
If the relevant requirements are in your ISO Compliance Registers, these will be applied automatically and you will be able to see them via the Amendments Dashboard item.
